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Solutions Engineer

RemoteRemoteFull TimeEntry-level (exp-based)Posted 1 month ago

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Nice to have

  • SAST
  • SCA
  • DAST
  • secrets detection
  • API security
  • AI/LLM code risk

Role summary

Checkmarx, an AI-powered application security leader, seeks a Solutions Engineer to partner with Account Executives on strategic deals. The role involves delivering technical narratives and assessing customer risk posture, especially concerning AI-generated code. Key responsibilities include running tailored demos and proof-of-value engagements for technical and executive audiences. The ideal candidate has 1-2+ years in technical presales for SaaS security or dev tools, understands core AppSec domains (SAST, SCA, DAST, secrets detection, API security, AI/LLM code risk), and is a strong communicator comfortable in a fast-paced sales environment. Familiarity with SDLC, DevSecOps, and AI coding tools is preferred.

Checkmarx is the AI-powered application security leader helping the world’s most security-conscious enterprises secure the software that powers modern life. For more than two decades, our unified platform and services have helped organizations protect human and AI-generated code from the first line through runtime, reducing risk across applications, cloud, and the software supply chain without slowing innovation.​

We’re trusted by 1,600+ customers in 70+ countries, including some of the largest enterprises and governments in the world. Guided by research-led innovation and a developer-first mindset, we help every developer, security team, and enterprise build software that is risk-free by design.

What you will do:

We're seeking a Solution Engineer who thrives at the intersection of application security and modern software development — including AI-assisted coding. You'll partner with Account Executives to win strategic deals, deliver compelling technical narratives, and help customers understand their risk posture in an era where developers ship faster than ever and AI-generated code introduces new security challenges.


Requirements

What is needed to succeed?

Preferred

  • Understanding of core AppSec domains: SAST, SCA, DAST, secrets detection, API security, and AI/LLM code risk
  • 1-2+ years in technical presales/solution engineering for SaaS security or dev tools
  • Ability to run tailored demos and proof-of-value engagements for both technical and executive audiences
  • Strong communicator who can translate complex security concepts for non-security audiences
  • Comfortable in a fast-paced, high-growth sales environment

Nice to Have

  • Working knowledge of the SDLC and DevSecOps/ shift-left practices
  • Familiarity with AI coding tools (Claude, Gemini, Copilot, Cursor, etc.) and their security implications
  • Hands-on scripting/programming experience across multiple languages
  • Genuine interest in how AI is reshaping AppSec and development

What we have to offer

  • Competitive Compensation (Salary + Variable)
  • Medical, dental, vision, 401(K), and additional incentives 
  • Culture of community and opportunity to work in a growing organization 
  • Room for career growth and professional development 
  • Training and educational opportunities

Checkmarx Inc. is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail requestdisabilityaccomodation@checkmarx.com. This email is created exclusively to assist disabled job seekers.

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